Deanwell School vs Rukuhia School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Waikato, New Zealand, 4.3 km apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deanwell School
Melville · State contributing · Years 1–6
375 students
Rukuhia School
Ohaupo · State full primary · Years 1–8
103 students
| Measure | Deanwell School Melville, Waikato | Rukuhia School Ohaupo, Waikato |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 28 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #151 of 179 | #47 of 179 |
| National rank | #1365 of 1,559 | #573 of 1,559 |
| Sector | State | State |
| Type | Contributing | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1–6 | Years 1–8 |
| Students | 375 | 103 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 511 | 426 |
| Total roll | 375 | 103 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -1.4% | 13% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | – | – |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | – | – |
| Leavers with University Entrance | – | – |
| Māori students | 52.3% | 21.4% |
| Pacific students | 18.4% | 6.8% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Melville | Ohaupo |
| region | Waikato | Waikato |
| Website | www.deanwell.school.nz/ | www.rukuhia.school.nz |
The verdict
- •Rukuhia School scores higher on the Success Index (NZ) (62.5 vs 28.1).
- •Rukuhia School does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (426 vs 511).
- •Deanwell School does better on roll size (375 vs 103).
- •Rukuhia School does better on roll growth (5 years) (13% vs -1.4%).
- •Deanwell School is the larger school with 375 students compared with 103.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Deanwell School better than Rukuhia School?
On the Success Index (NZ), Rukuhia School ranks higher (62.5 vs 28.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Deanwell School and Rukuhia School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Melville and Ohaupo in Waikato.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Deanwell School: 511. Rukuhia School: 426. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Deanwell School and Rukuhia School rank in Waikato?
Deanwell School is 151st of 179 and Rukuhia School is 47th of 179 among contributing schools in Waikato on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).